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Friday, September 11, 2009

Keyed up earrings

It bothers me when a design doesn't look like it is going to work, while the tatting is still in progress. I've had this happen on patterns from books, as well as when I'm working out my own.

On the photo to the left, it can be seen that the larger ring at the bottom doesn't look like it will be centered, and that the work won't lie flat. Surprisingly, the finished earring is okay - I think it's because the bottom ring stretches itself out to fit.

But, I'm not satisfied with my design yet, and think some adjustments need to be made.

15 comments:

I know what you mean! I hate it when a pattern relies too heavily on blocking and stretching the tatting to get it the right shape. I think a lot patterns work better when they're tweaked to be the shape they need without blocking.

Oh, how did I miss this post?! Those earrings are awesome! The color is just right. It gives the earrings an aged, elegant look that works great with the key. I love skeleton keys and locks. When I see them put to use like this, it warms my heart. I can't wait to see the final pattern.